Q. What’s the Problem with Fuse Panels?

Q. Hey Mark,
The home I am buying has a fuse panel. I was told this is bad and some insurance companies will not insure the home. Is this correct?

Rose R.
A. Hey Rose,
Having a fuse panel in and of itself is not necessarily a bad thing. Fuse panels are older, but older doesn’t necessarily mean defective. [...]

Q. What can I do about ungrounded, converted outlets?

Q. Hey Mark, What can I do about two prong outlets that have been converted to three prong outlets but are ungrounded? I was told this is a shock hazard, and I don’t want to rewire my entire home.
Rob R.
A. Hey Rob,
Thanks for the question. This particular problem can be handled a couple [...]